Latest Production Capacity News

Hastings Technology Metals is on track to commission its Kabin Buri Hydromet Plant in Thailand by June 2026, aiming for first production of premium Mixed Rare Earth Chloride flakes by Q4. The plant promises near-term revenue streams and leverages lower operating costs in Thailand's Eastern Economic Corridor.

Metal Powder Works nearly doubled its powder revenue in Q1 2026 while maintaining strong margins, secured its first NATO defence contract under the UK Ministry of Defence’s Project TAMPA, and advanced its Next Gen powder production system on schedule.

Pantoro Gold’s latest drilling at Scotia confirms significant high-grade gold zones well below current resources, prompting approval for new mining levels and bolstering production prospects for FY2027 despite recent delays.

Lark Distilling Co. edged up net sales to $4.3 million in Q3 FY26, buoyed by growth in travel retail and B2B channels, while unveiling its new Signature Whisky Range that snagged top design honours.

Stanmore Resources defied a four-year low in metallurgical coal prices to deliver record saleable production and robust cash flow in 2025, while maintaining a strong safety record and advancing key development projects.

Kinetiko Energy is advancing a staged development strategy to unlock its 6 trillion cubic feet gas resource in South Africa, targeting first revenues within 18 months through a capital-efficient, risk-managed approach.

Native Mineral Resources (ASX:NMR) has delivered strong diamond drilling results at its Blackjack Mine, Queensland, confirming and exceeding previous gold grades. Mining has resumed with ore processing underway, supported by new infrastructure and ongoing development.

Carbonxt Group has secured $750,000 through convertible notes from major shareholder Phelbe Pty Ltd, targeting expansion of its Minnesota pellet manufacturing and increasing its New Carbon Processing stake to 48.1%.

PPK Group’s majority-owned PowerPlus Energy has won a $2.3 million ARENA grant to scale up its Melbourne battery pack manufacturing, aiming to triple production capacity to 150 MWh annually over two years.

Clarity Pharmaceuticals has secured a major manufacturing deal with Nucleus RadioPharma to produce its next-generation prostate cancer imaging agent, 64Cu-SAR-bisPSMA, ramping up supply ahead of anticipated US market entry.

Hastings Technology Metals has secured a critical supply of African monazite concentrate to fuel its newly acquired hydromet plant in Thailand, aiming to start production by Q4 2026. This move positions Hastings closer to generating operational cash flow while expanding rare earths supply capacity.

Central Petroleum has secured a binding gas sales agreement with the Northern Territory Government, underpinning two new Palm Valley wells that could lift production capacity by around 40%. The deal replaces a prior arrangement and is supported by an expanded loan facility.